West Berkshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Upper Lambourn, West Berkshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Upper Lambourn.
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
Book the van in Upper Lambourn
FAQs for Upper Lambourn
Do you come out to small places like Upper Lambourn?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What time is best for food?
Food early on is normally wise, before the drinks really flow. For a lunch, tell us your break time.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Upper Lambourn
Fish and chips is food everyone enjoys, which makes it a safe choice for a mixed team. We’re frequently asked to cater depot Christmas treats and end-of-year club parties, with curry sauce, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
In winter near Upper Lambourn, we need firm ground and light. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Area
- Upper Lambourn (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
The process
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your Christmas party. Sunset in Upper Lambourn in late December is about 4:00pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the van and the queue. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a restaurant Christmas lunch, a van means no booking, no travel and no time off site. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book our van in Upper Lambourn
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See how we price or the cost guide.
Christmas catering near Upper Lambourn
Upper Lambourn is about 7 miles south-west of Wantage, in West Berkshire. In and around Upper Lambourn, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We cover all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire. We serve events right across the region, from Upper Lambourn to Oxford (21 miles away).
The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Upper Lambourn; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We cover Christmas parties in every part of the RG17 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street and Maddle Road, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Lambourn (1 mile south-east), Sheepdrove (2 miles east), Woolstone (5 miles north), Kingston Lisle (5 miles north) and Westcot (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (13 miles south-east), Thatcham (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (13 miles south-east), Hungerford (8 miles south), Shaw (13 miles south-east) and Wash Common (14 miles south-east).
The countryside around Upper Lambourn includes Seven Barrows and Rams Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Malt Shovel pub (0.6 miles south-east)
Nearby places to Upper Lambourn
Also in Upper Lambourn
Perfect for your Christmas party in Upper Lambourn
It feels festive without being formal, and people talk about it.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Upper Lambourn and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Christmas socials for clubs
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Family Christmas get-togethers
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Book as early as possible for December
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Plan cover for the queue
- Confirm allergies by email
Plan cover for the queue.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch